The British Council builds connections, understanding, and trust between people in the UK and other countries through arts and culture, education, and the English language. It works in two ways directly with individuals to transform their lives and with governments and partners to make a bigger difference for the longer term, creating benefits for millions of people all over the world. British Council supports over 25 Indian festivals every year with India-UK festival to festival partnerships, showcasing cutting-edge contemporary artists, writers and performing arts from across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.